The Irish Examiner is reporting that the microscopic parasite Cryptosporidium that can cause respiratory and gastrointestinal illness has been detected in the drinking water supplies of two areas in north Cork. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) found no barrier had … Continued
In this months water quality report from the Irish EPA, the agency claims that Ireland now has the highest incidence of VTEC in Europe and that patients infected with this strain of the E coli bacteria are four times more … Continued
According to a report in the Irish times, more than 400,000 people could have excessive amounts of the chemical known as Trihalomethanes (THM’s) in their drinking water supplies. The worst-affected counties are Donegal, Kerry and Wicklow but Galway, Kilkenny, Mayo, … Continued
The drinking water situation in east Cork is “a complete and utter mess” according to residents in a report in the Evening Echo. While there is good news that a new filtration system will be installed in August at the … Continued
The tap filter article in the Irish Times by Denise O’Conner shows how a simple relatively low cost system can improve drinking water quality and solves the lead in water problem affecting many Irish homes. According to Denise, the trouble … Continued
More and more people are raising concerns about drinking bottled water. Luisa Dillner at the Guardian newspaper points out why we should now stop drinking bottled water. It’s now the world’s bestselling soft drink – more people buy bottled water … Continued
In Ireland, drinking water is treated with fluoride to help in fighting tooth decay. However, many people worry about the side effects of drinking water treated with fluoride. In the US, too much fluoride in water has become a common … Continued
A new study from the Environmental Science & Technology journal analyzing “emerging contaminants” (EC) determined that foreign toxins like waste from hygiene products and drug use may be eluding water treatment plants, allowing contaminants to reenter drinking water cycles and … Continued